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This is a general qualification for entry into sectors of the animal care and management industry, where workers provide care for animals in workplaces such as animal shelters, kennels, catteries, sanctuaries and veterinary clinics. At this level, work takes place under direct supervision within clearly defined guidelines for work activities.

No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. However, individual units of competency may specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. Users of this qualification must refer to the relevant state or territory jurisdiction for details.

Entry requirements:

There are no entry requirement for this qualication.

Career opportunities:

Animal attendant, animal carer.

Support for students:

TAFE NSW has a range of support services available including support for students with disabilities, extensive library and information services, career advice and counselling, children's centres and support for multicultural or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. No matter what your circumstances are, TAFE NSW can assist you in many ways.

Students will be provided with a course schedule when details are confirmed.

Hours per week:

7

Starting from:

Anytime

About:

To request further information, click on Enquire Now and we will advise you when a new offering is available. Courses are run subject to minimum student enrolments.

Applying and enrolling:

Thank you for your interest in this course. To request further information click on Enquire Now. You can also contact TAFE NSW on 131 601 to speak with one of our friendly Customer Service Consultants.

Smart and Skilled:

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government
(TAFE NSW - Provider Code: 90003)

The cost of this course will vary based on your eligibility for a Smart and Skilled Student Fee.
Eligibility criteria can be found on the Smart and Skilled website or you can call us on 131 601 for further information and advice.

Course fees:

Description

Amount

First qualification

$1,120

Second qualification

$1,340

Concession

$160

Exemption

$0

Course Fee

$4,110

Smart and Skilled Trainee

$1,000

Full Fee

$4,110

Fee explanatory text:

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government, and as a result your fee is determined through Training Services NSW formal eligibility criteria. In claiming the concession or exemption, students will be required to supply the required evidence to support the claim in accord with the requirements of Smart and Skilled eligibility.

To activate your eligibility you must pay the student fee component PRIOR to commencement of the learning activity.

Other information:

o request further information, click on Enquire Now and we will advise you when a new offering is available. Courses are run subject to minimum student enrolments.

Comments:

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Contact:

For further information contact Customer Service Centre Information on 131 601

Students will be provided with a course schedule when details are confirmed.

Hours per week:

3.5

Starting from:

Anytime

About:

To request further information, click on Enquire Now and we will advise you when a new offering is available. Courses are run subject to minimum student enrolments.

Applying and enrolling:

Thank you for your interest in this course. To request further information click on Enquire Now. You can also contact TAFE NSW on 131 601 to speak with one of our friendly Customer Service Consultants.

Application next steps:

As entry into your course requires a work placement, your application will not be considered until you provide us with details of an appropriate animal care workplace for your course. Please email us at:AnScAgYallahNowra@tafensw.edu.au the following details:• your name and the course you have applied for • the name of your workplacement, their phone number and email address and a contact person’s name • include details of the agreed hours/days for your attendance at the workplace. Your workplace will be contacted for confirmation prior to your course application being deemed successful.

A TAFE NSW staff member will then be in contact to guide you through the next steps.

Smart and Skilled:

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government
(TAFE NSW - Provider Code: 90003)

The cost of this course will vary based on your eligibility for a Smart and Skilled Student Fee.
Eligibility criteria can be found on the Smart and Skilled website or you can call us on 131 601 for further information and advice.

Course fees:

Description

Amount

First qualification

$1,120

Second qualification

$1,340

Concession

$160

Exemption

$0

Course Fee

$4,110

Smart and Skilled Trainee

$1,000

Full Fee

$4,110

Fee explanatory text:

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government, and as a result your fee is determined through Training Services NSW formal eligibility criteria. In claiming the concession or exemption, students will be required to supply the required evidence to support the claim in accord with the requirements of Smart and Skilled eligibility.

To activate your eligibility you must pay the student fee component PRIOR to commencement of the learning activity.

Other information:

o request further information, click on Enquire Now and we will advise you when a new offering is available. Courses are run subject to minimum student enrolments.

Comments:

.

Contact:

For further information contact Customer Service Centre Information on 131 601

Students will be provided with a course schedule when details are confirmed.

Hours per week:

6

Starting from:

Anytime

About:

To request further information, click on Enquire Now and we will advise you when a new offering is available. Courses are run subject to minimum student enrolments.

Applying and enrolling:

Thank you for your interest in this course. To request further information click on Enquire Now. You can also contact TAFE NSW on 131 601 to speak with one of our friendly Customer Service Consultants.

Application next steps:

Thank you for your application. A TAFE NSW staff member will soon be in contact to guide you through the next steps.

Smart and Skilled:

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government
(TAFE NSW - Provider Code: 90003)

The cost of this course will vary based on your eligibility for a Smart and Skilled Student Fee.
Eligibility criteria can be found on the Smart and Skilled website or you can call us on 131 601 for further information and advice.

Course fees:

Description

Amount

First qualification

$1,120

Second qualification

$1,340

Concession

$160

Exemption

$0

Course Fee

$4,110

Smart and Skilled Trainee

$1,000

Full Fee

$4,110

Fee explanatory text:

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government, and as a result your fee is determined through Training Services NSW formal eligibility criteria. In claiming the concession or exemption, students will be required to supply the required evidence to support the claim in accord with the requirements of Smart and Skilled eligibility.

To activate your eligibility you must pay the student fee component PRIOR to commencement of the learning activity.

Other information:

o request further information, click on Enquire Now and we will advise you when a new offering is available. Courses are run subject to minimum student enrolments.

Comments:

.

Contact:

For further information contact Customer Service Centre Information on 131 601

This is a flexible delivery course. Students must have a minimum of 6-8 hours per week work experience (paid or voluntary - can be completed in blocks) in the Animal Care industry during the course and will be required to attend occasional workshops to support their skills training. These workshops will be held at Yallah Campus, just down the road from Wollongong. You will be required to provide details of your work placement prior to your commencement date. Your resources and assessments will be accessed online using Moodle and there will also be online live sessions on a regular basis for which you will need computer access.

Are you an animal lover looking to put your passion to practial use while developing animal care skills? This is an entry level course aimed at students that would like to seek employment opportunities as an animal care or shelter attendant, kennel hand or cattery attendant, pet shop attendant, an assistant dog groomer or perhaps in the veterinary industry.

This Certificate II will teach you specific animal care and handling skills as well as improve your ability to work in the industry by communicating more effectively with your supervisors and colleagues. It will enable to to consider further study pathways such as Certificate III in Companion Animal Services, Certificate III in Animal Studies or Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (working in a vet clinic).

Applying and enrolling:

Congratulations on deciding to enrol with TAFE NSW!

Enrolling with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. The following steps will set you up to study with us:Choose your course and where you want to study Assess your eligibility Obtain your Unique Student Identifier (USI)

If you have any queries, one of our friendly Customer Service Consultants would be happy to assist you.Call 131 601 or send us an enquiry. We can help talk you through all your options.

Application next steps:

Thank you for your application.

As entry into your course requires a work placement, your application will not be considered until you provide details of an appropriate animal care workplace for your course. Please email the following details to AnScAgYallahNowra@tafensw.edu.au:

- your name and the course you have applied for - the name of your work placement, their phone number, email address and the name of a contact person - include details of the agreed hours/days for your attendance at the workplace.

Your workplace will be contacted for confirmation prior to your course application being deemed successful.

A TAFE NSW staff member will then be in contact to guide you through the next steps.

Smart and Skilled:

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government
(TAFE NSW - Provider Code: 90003)

The cost of this course will vary based on your eligibility for a Smart and Skilled Student Fee.
Eligibility criteria can be found on the Smart and Skilled website or you can call us on 131 601 for further information and advice.

Course fees:

Description

Amount

First qualification

$1,120

Second qualification

$1,340

Concession

$160

Exemption

$0

Course Fee

$4,110

Smart and Skilled Trainee

$1,000

Full Fee

$4,110

Fee explanatory text:

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government, and as a result your fee is determined through Training Services NSW formal eligibility criteria. This criteria will determine your exact fee. Students who meet additional specified criteria, may be eligible for a concession fee or a fee exemption. In claiming the concession or exemption students will be required to supply the required evidence to support the claim in accord with the requirements of Smart and Skilled eligibility.

Payment Plans are available through TAFE NSW for Smart and Skilled eligible qualifications.

To activate your eligibility you must pay the student fee component PRIOR to commencement of the learning activity.

Comments:

An information session is being held on Wednesday 30 January at TAFE NSW Yallah Campus from 9.00am till 12.00pm in room AF11.

This is a flexible delivery course. Students must have a minimum of 6-8 hours per week work experience (paid or voluntary - can be completed in blocks) in the Animal Care industry during the course and will be required to attend occasional workshops to support their skills training. These workshops will be held at Yallah Campus, just down the road from Wollongong. You will be required to provide details of your work placement prior to your commencement date. Your resources and assessments will be accessed online using Moodle and there will also be online live sessions on a regular basis for which you will need computer access.

Please ensure that you have made a payment for your course before attending so we can finalise your enrolment. If you require any further information at this time please call 131 601.

Thank you for choosing TAFE NSW for your learning experience; we are committed to your success.

Contact:

For further information contact Customer Service Centre Information on 131 601